Rosato 2023 Alessandro Viola

Rosato 2023 – Alessandro Viola

Overview

Rosato 2023 is made from 100% Nero d’Avola, vinified in white according to Alessandro Viola’s natural philosophy. Fermentation occurs spontaneously without temperature control, followed by six months aging in stainless steel. The wine is fresh, savory, and intriguing, expressing the varietal character of Nero d’Avola with elegance. Contains sulfites.

Wine history

This rosé reflects the Viola family’s commitment to Sicilian terroir. The 2023 harvest was carefully timed to preserve freshness and acidity, producing a balanced, approachable wine. It embodies the philosophy of minimal intervention and subtractive winemaking, offering a versatile wine for casual or structured meals.

Vineyard philosophy

The grapes come from vineyards managed with spontaneous cover crops and minimal intervention. No synthetic products are used, allowing the soil and vines to fully express their potential. This natural approach contributes to freshness, balanced acidity, and pure aromas, essential for a harmonious and intriguing rosé.

In the cellar

Fermentation occurs spontaneously with indigenous yeasts and without temperature control. Six months aging in stainless steel preserves fruit purity and structure. Unfiltered and unfined, the rosé retains intense aromas and soft texture, resulting in a fresh, savory, and versatile wine.

Tasting notes and food pairings

Colour: pale pink with salmon hues.
Nose: fresh strawberry, pomegranate, light spice.
Palate: fresh, savory, soft, with good acidity and a clean finish.
Perfect with seafood, shellfish, summer salads, and white meats, suitable for all meals.

Technical sheet

• Producer: Alessandro Viola

• Country: Sicily – Italy

• Grape variety: 100% Nero d’Avola

• Style: Rosé

• Alcohol: 13.5%

• Fermentation: spontaneous, natural temperature

• Aging: 6 months in stainless steel

• Bottle size: 0.75 L

• Serving temperature: 10–12 °C

• Note: Contains sulfites

Cantina Viola in Alcamo: the heart of Sicilian wine

A family story and passion

In Alcamo, halfway between Trapani and Palermo, the Viola family has always nurtured a profound bond with wine and with its land. The father of Aldo and Alessandro was a winegrower, cultivating grapes mostly for sale, yet there was always a bottle of homemade wine on the family table. That constant presence shaped the children, who later decided to transform this heritage into their own professional path. Alessandro, after graduating in oenology and viticulture, gained experience in Piedmont and on Mount Etna, two regions that deeply influenced his vision. Thus, family tradition merged with a modern approach, offering a new interpretation of Sicilian viticulture focused on authenticity and respect for the land.

Philosophy in the vineyard: nature as the protagonist

At the end of the 1990s, while Sicilian wine production was dominated by technology and the pursuit of quantity, Alessandro Viola took the opposite route. He embraced a philosophy of subtractive viticulture, where the goal is not to control nature but to let it speak freely. His vineyards, located between Contrada Fastuchera and Contrada Pietra Rinosa, reflect this idea: seven hectares farmed with natural cover crops, free of invasive chemicals, and minimal intervention. For Viola, the vineyard is not just cultivated land but a living ecosystem, where natural balances enhance the quality of the final wines.

In the cellar: essentiality and authenticity

The same philosophy continues inside the winery. Every vinification is handled with simplicity, without excessive technology or artificial adjustments. The main aim is to preserve the identity of the grapes and the uniqueness of each terroir. Varieties such as Catarratto, Grillo, Nero d’Avola, Syrah and Nerello Mascalese are transformed into wines that tell not just the story of a grape, but also of the place they come from. Spontaneous fermentation and minimal manipulation ensure wines that are sincere, expressive, and faithful to the principle of natural purity.

Territory and varietals: between limestone and clay

Viola’s vineyards are divided between two very different sites. In Contrada Fastuchera, at around 400 meters above sea level, limestone soils and the presence of Mount Bonifato bring freshness and minerality. In Contrada Pietra Rinosa, clay soils and different altitudes give structure and depth. This dual character is reflected in the wines, which combine elegance, balance, and long aging potential. Each bottle thus becomes an authentic expression of Sicily, showing what the island can achieve when nature is allowed to tell its story.